Slan
Slan
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Earth • Future Dystopia
1998
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
In Slan by A.E. van Vogt, a person named Jommy Cross, who belongs to a telepathic subgroup called Slans, navigates a world hostile to his kind. As Jommy seeks to understand his heritage, he encounters challenges in a society bent on eradicating the Slans, all while unveiling secrets about his origins and abilities.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Challenging
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A.E. van Vogt's Slan is lauded for its imaginative world-building and exploration of themes like persecution and empowerment. While praised for its pace and inventive plot, some critics note a lack of character depth and dated elements. Overall, it remains a seminal work in science fiction for its compelling narrative and thought-provoking ideas.
Who Should Read Slan?
A reader who enjoys Slan by A.E. van Vogt is likely a fan of classic science fiction, similar to enthusiasts of Isaac Asimov's Foundation series or Arthur C. Clarke's Childhood's End. They appreciate themes of evolution, telepathy, and societal conflict set in imaginative future worlds.
6,394 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Earth • Future Dystopia
1998
Adult
14+ years
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